Author Archives: Marilyn

Summer Strawberry Lemon Loaf Cake 

Posted on June 21, 2023 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. For me – strawberries scream summer, or pre-summer.  In early June, I set out to find some type of strawberry cake to make for my grandson in Seattle.  He always chooses strawberry ice cream and … Continue reading →

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Coconut Curry Carrot Soup

Posted on June 7, 2023 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. It was so chilly in April that I made soup at least three nights each week. I often revert to my favorite meat/barley or cauliflower soup but this week I tried something new.  I shared … Continue reading →

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Tangy Noodle Salad – Redux

Posted on May 24, 2023 by Marilyn

Hey people. I feel compelled to repost this one (it’s been almost 10 years!). I keep a double batch of the dressing here on my pantry shelf (no refrigeration needed) and make this whenever I need a side salad or … Continue reading →

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Pistachio Bundt Cake

Posted on May 10, 2023 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. This year was Jakey Boy’s 37th birthday, and his 4th baby was to be born close to that date.  The family decided to bring his birthday to HIM, so I made a cake!  Jake is … Continue reading →

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Egg Bites

Posted on April 26, 2023 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. We always seem to hit the ground running these mornings!  I am not a morning eater but when I start to get hungry a bit later on, I don’t have the patience nor the time … Continue reading →

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Simple Cornbread

Posted on April 12, 2023 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. Because I recently made my amazing Turkey Chili, of course I had to make some homemade cornbread. This particular recipe is adapted from Mollie Katzen’s “Still Life With Menu” and it’s perfect. Simple, easy, delicious. … Continue reading →

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Amazing Turkey Chili

Posted on March 29, 2023 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. I am a chili lover, especially when the weather is cold and dreary.  To me chili is comforting, and I  love its warming spices and heartiness. I often make a boatload to share with family … Continue reading →

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Banana Bread with Dark Chocolate and Coconut

Posted on March 15, 2023 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. I am well aware that I have posted other banana bread quickbread recipes (like this one and this one), but I had to try one more.  I love breakfast/dessert/anytime sweet bread that I can whip … Continue reading →

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Flour Tortillas or Flatbreads

Posted on March 1, 2023 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. I make soft flour tortillas or flatbread when I have limited time and want some type of homemade wrap or base for small pizza or melted cheese.  This recipe requires no yeast and just five … Continue reading →

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Morning Bundt Cake With Poppy Seeds

Posted on February 15, 2023 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe.   My friend Ginny lives in Montana and we tend to like many of the same foods – Cuban food, roasted veggies with Tahini, roasted garlic, etc. When she mentioned she had a recipe for … Continue reading →

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